Kristi Keeler, Program DirectorEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development
Hobbies: Crafting, upcycling, riding ATVs, fishing, spending time with family and friends How long at Kids Klub: 21 years What made you want to work with children: I was drawn to work with children. I love their eagerness to learn and their curiosity. Do you have any children: Yes, Brendan & Brooke Do you have any grandchildren: 3 grandsons and 2 granddaughters Favorite movie: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation Favorite book: Heaven is for Real by Todd Burpo & anything by Brene' Brown Favorite vacation spot: Oahu, Hawaii An item on your bucket list: To visit each main island of Hawaii What is your goal this year: To create an environment where children feel safe, loved, and valued 
Gabriella Gates, Co-Lead Teacher ~ Before & After School ProgramEducation: High school graduate and attended one year at LCSC in the early childhood development program.
Hobbies: I enjoy reading, writing poetry, and spending time with my family and friends. How long at Kids Klub: Almost four years What made you want to work with children: The idea of being a part of nurturing our next generation. Favorite movie: I like all movies that are funny. Favorite book: Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers Favorite vacation spot: McCall, Idaho Pets: Two dogs An item on your bucket list: Take a trip with my closest friends What is your goal this year: I want to read all of William Shakespeare's writings. |
Cindy Godfrey, Project Director - 21st CCLC GrantEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development
Hobbies: Gardening, horseback riding, watching my girls in sports and with their animals How long at Kids Klub: 14 years What made you want to work with children: My heart has always been fullest when I am near children. I am most happy in a classroom. Do you have any children: Yes, Tessa & Taryn Favorite movie: Forest Gump Favorite book: The Shack by William Young Favorite vacation spot: Maui Pets: Two horses, two dogs, a cat, and pigs during the summer An item on your bucket list: Gosh, I don’t believe that I have a bucket list. Life is good! What is your goal this year: My biggest goal is…no more gray hairs! 
Faith Bieler, Early Childhood Lead Teacher
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Biology from University of Montana
Hobbies: I love movies, sports, tap dance, cribbage, painting and bird watching. How long at Kids Klub: One and a half years What made you want to work with children: I started volunteering at a preschool after graduating from college and loved spending time with children. Favorite movie: Matilda Favorite book: Nancy Drew Favorite vacation spot: Disneyland Pets: Joey - an old English bulldog An item on your bucket list: Visit every state What is your goal this year: To have a productive and successful year with the kids. 
Amy Forsmann, Administrative CoordinatorEducation: AA in occupational sciences/ animal sciences & obtained Washington and Idaho veterinary technician certifications. I'm currently working on BA in elementary education.
Hobbies: Anything HORSE! Leather working, raising livestock, and of course my kids! How long at Kids Klub: Started December 2021 What made you want to work with children: I love the innocence and honesty in children! They make me laugh & remind me to always be in the moment. Do you have any children: 3- Charli May (12), Leo (7) and Hallie (7 months) Favorite movie: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (the old one) Favorite book: Rising Strong by Brene' Brown Favorite vacation spot: Vacation?!? Anywhere with no internet or cell service Pets: Two horses, one pony, one black lab, two fish, eight bottle calves and cows An item on your bucket list: Ride the John Wayne trail horseback What is your goal this year: Excel in my new position at The Kids Klub, complete my first year back to school with A's in every course, continue to expand knowledge & have a happy family! |
Sandy Bishop, Early Childhood Lead Teacher
Education: Attended Washington State University
What are your hobbies: Horseback riding, running, fishing, camping and spending time with my family How long at Kids Klub: Started in September 2018 What made you want to work with children: Inspiring children to love to learn, plus dancing and singing is fun! Do you have any kids: I have three boys - Zachery, Wyatt & Logan Favorite movie: Gone with the Wind & Grease Favorite book: Stephanie Plum series and Girl Wash Your Face Favorite vacation spot: San Clemente, CA (the beach) Do you have any pets: 1 dog, Kimber, 2 horses, 1 mule and 7 chickens An item on your bucket list: To travel more What is your greatest goal this year: Going back to school 
Kaylee Sullivan, Assistant Teacher ~ After School ProgramEducation: Grangeville High School
Hobbies: I enjoy reading, camping and swimming. How long at Kids Klub: August 2021 What made you want to work with children: I love how enthusiastic they are about everything. Favorite movie: The Princess Bride Favorite book: The DaVinci Code Favorite vacation spot: Lake Powell Pets: A black lab/border collie mix An item on your bucket list: To travel to every state What is your goal this year: I want to stay focused on doing well this year. Sarah Fischer |